What is the cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to St Helens?

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to St Helens is to bus which costs £50 - £85 and takes 10h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portpatrick to St Helens?

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to St Helens is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and St Helens?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to St Helens. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Exchange Street via Port Rodie, Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 37m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to St Helens?

The distance between Portpatrick and St Helens is 323 miles. The road distance is 219.4 miles.

How do I travel from Portpatrick to St Helens without a car?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to St Helens without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 7h 40m and costs £50 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Portpatrick to St Helens?

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Portpatrick to St Helens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to St Helens bus from?

Portpatrick to St Helens bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Train or bus from Portpatrick to St Helens?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to St Helens is to train via Ayr which takes 7h 40m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 10h 37m.

Where does the Portpatrick to St Helens bus arrive?

Portpatrick to St Helens bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portpatrick to St Helens?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to St Helens is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Portpatrick to St Helens.

Where can I stay near St Helens?

There are 2363+ hotels available in St Helens.

Portpatrick to St Helens - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Portpatrick to St Helens by train, bus, or car

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Train via Ayr
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Western
7h 40m
£52–149
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow CentralStranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North WesternGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
7h 44m
£40–139
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to St Helens CentralGlasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
8h 20m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
10h 37m
£52–84
Drive 218.2 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to St Helens218.2 mi
3h 52m
£55–79

Portpatrick to St Helens by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

7h 40mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 321.6 mi
Duration: 7h 40m

What companies run services between Portpatrick, Scotland and St Helens, England?

You can take a bus from South Crescent to St Helens Central via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Wigan North Western in around 7h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Exchange Street via Cross, Port Rodie, Buchanan Bus Station, and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 10h 37m.

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